2005 Acura NSX vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (214 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 227 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
