2003 Acura CL vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 1985 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | CL | 928 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |