1965 Renault 8 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1965 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault 8 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
