2001 Acura NSX vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 365 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |