1968 Renault 8 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
