2002 Honda NSX vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 509 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914. 2002 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 914 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
