1997 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | Boxter |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2475 mm |