2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | S-MX | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |