1997 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura NSX | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 930 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |