2007 Honda NSX vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |