2003 Honda Z vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
