Honda NSX vs Porsche 918 Spyder

How does the Honda NSX stack up against the Porsche 918 Spyder? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Honda NSXHonda NSX
vs
Porsche 918 SpyderPorsche 918 Spyder
SpecHonda NSXPorsche 918 Spyder
Horsepower (max)600 hp875 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)2.7 s2.6 s
Top speed308 km/h345 km/h
Variants21
Body styleMid-engine hybrid supercarRoadster
GenerationNC1918
Production2016 – 20222013 – 2015
Length4,470 mm4,643 mm
Width1,940 mm1,940 mm
Height1,215 mm1,167 mm
Wheelbase2,630 mm2,730 mm

Honda NSX vs Porsche 918 Spyder: common questions

Is the Honda NSX or Porsche 918 Spyder faster?
The Porsche 918 Spyder is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.5s versus the Honda NSX's 2.6s (0-100 km/h in 2.6s vs 2.7s).
Which has more horsepower, the Honda NSX or the Porsche 918 Spyder?
The Porsche 918 Spyder makes more power: 875 hp (652 kW) versus 600 hp (447 kW) for the Honda NSX.
Is the Honda NSX or Porsche 918 Spyder faster on top speed?
The Porsche 918 Spyder has the higher top speed at 214 mph (345 km/h), versus 191 mph (308 km/h) for the Honda NSX.
What is the main difference between the Honda NSX and the Porsche 918 Spyder?
The Honda NSX is a mid-engine hybrid supercar, while the Porsche 918 Spyder is a roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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