2000 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Porsche 911

To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura NSX 2001 Porsche 911
Make Acura Porsche
Model NSX 911
Year Released 2000 2001
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 3500 cc 3392 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 480 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 351 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2360 mm