1978 Renault Siete vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 829 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault Siete | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | Siete | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1037 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |