1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 911 | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Porsche | Riley |
Model | 911 | Kestrel |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 25 L |