2000 Acura Integra vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 396 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | Integra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
