2000 Acura NSX vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 928 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 408 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |