1998 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | Boxster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |