Acura NSX vs Porsche 911
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Porsche 911
Overview
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Porsche 911Carrera |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Type S | Carrera |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 9-speed automated manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Porsche 911Carrera |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $169,500 | $135,500 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $113,998 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $204,825 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $469,998 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 6 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Porsche 911Carrera |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 17 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Porsche 911Carrera |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 600 hp (best) | 388 hp |
| Torque | 492 lb-ft (best) | 331 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | flat 6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Porsche 911Carrera |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 4.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | — | 3,342 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 3.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in (best) | 97 in |
| Length | 178.5 in | 179 in (best) |
| Width | 76.3 in (best) | 73 in |
| Height | 47.8 in | 51 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura NSXType S | Porsche 911Carrera |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura NSX | Porsche 911 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Type S $169,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Carrera $135,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Carrera $149,400 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Carrera T $148,000 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Carrera T $161,900 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Carrera S $156,200 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Carrera S $170,100 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Carrera 4S $164,500 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Carrera 4S $178,400 MSRP |
| 9 | — | 4S $180,200 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Carrera GTS $181,000 MSRP |
| 11 | — | Carrera GTS $194,900 MSRP |
| 12 | — | Carrera 4 GTS $189,300 MSRP |
| 13 | — | Carrera 4 GTS $203,300 MSRP |
| 14 | — | 911 4 GTS $203,300 MSRP |
| 15 | — | GT3 $235,800 MSRP |
| 16 | — | GT3 $235,800 MSRP |
| 17 | — | GT3 $273,000 MSRP |
| 18 | — | Turbo S $270,300 MSRP |
| 19 | — | Turbo S $284,300 MSRP |
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Acura NSX vs Porsche 911 FAQ
- Which is better: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Porsche 911?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Acura NSX vs 2027 Porsche 911 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Porsche 911?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Porsche 911 starts lower at $135,500. Live Porsche 911 listings start at $113,998.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Porsche 911?
- The 2027 Porsche 911 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (135,500).
- Which has better horsepower: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Porsche 911?
- The 2027 Porsche 911 leads on horsepower in this comparison (701).
- Which has better seats: 2022 Acura NSX or 2027 Porsche 911?
- The 2027 Porsche 911 leads on seats in this comparison (4).