2000 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |