2003 Acura CL vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | CL | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |