1999 Honda NSX vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 670 kg more than 1957 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:
1999 Honda NSX | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 356 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |