2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 911. 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 911 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 | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Pilot | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |