2006 Acura RSX vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 99 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | RSX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
