2010 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche 911 | 1999 Acura TL | |
Make | Porsche | Acura |
Model | 911 | TL |
Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |