1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 841 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 798 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
