1971 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Matra-Simca M530 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Porsche |
| Model | M530 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
