1985 Porsche 928 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 928 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |
