2001 Acura NSX vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 968 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 305 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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |