2000 Honda Z vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Honda Z 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
