2008 Honda NSX vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 965 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |