1998 Honda NSX vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 356 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
