1991 Porsche 965 vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 395 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Because 1991 Porsche 965 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 1991 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 965 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
