1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Renault Fifties

To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Porsche 911 1996 Renault Fifties
Make Porsche Renault
Model 911 Fifties
Year Released 1993 1996
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3600 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 60 L


 

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