2009 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 511 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |