1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 27 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 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 3 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, 1999 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (134 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
