2007 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 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 36 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 968 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |