2001 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (400 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
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 (542 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Panamera. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | Panamera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2918 mm |