1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 77 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 922 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
