1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Renault 12
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1972 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1972 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
