1997 Honda NSX vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 @ 7100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 643 kg more than 1957 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 356 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |