2004 Acura NSX vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 31 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 500 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |