2005 Honda Element vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 610 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element, 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Element | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |