2003 Honda Z vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 930 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | 930 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
