1999 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 169 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |