1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2000 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
