1964 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six 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) has 277 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 743 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Reliant Sabre Six | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Reliant | Porsche |
Model | Sabre Six | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |