1966 Renault 8 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1966 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
