2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
