1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Porsche | Reliant |
Model | 911 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 23 L |