2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 274 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | S-MX | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 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 | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |