2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 939 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
