1996 Honda Today vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Today | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |