1997 Honda NSX vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 646 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 356 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |