2009 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 109 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
