2004 Acura NSX vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 317 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |