2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 911 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
