1995 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 246 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 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 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 38 L |
