1977 Porsche 930 vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1977 Porsche 930 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. Both 1977 Porsche 930 and 1974 Reliant Scimitar are equipped with a 2,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 930 | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 930 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
