2009 Acura TL vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 552 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | TL | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 280 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |