2001 Acura TL vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | TL | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
