1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
