2003 Acura EL vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 58 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 Porsche 911 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 1980 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL, 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | EL | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
