2007 Honda NSX vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 19 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (214 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 220 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 944 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 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 |