1975 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 1976 Renault Siete is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault Siete, 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |
