1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 4 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1680 mm |
