1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1976 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Reliant SE6. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Porsche 911 | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Porsche | Reliant |
Model | 911 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |