1987 Porsche 959 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 959 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
