2000 Honda NSX vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928. 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 928 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |