1987 Renault 11 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 11 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1987 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1987 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 11, 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 11 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 11 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
