1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 113 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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 (650 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Scimitar. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1977 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1977 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1977 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
