1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
