2007 Acura RDX vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1974 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1974 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | RDX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
