2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1969 Porsche 912
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1969 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | 912 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
