1996 Porsche Boxster vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 13 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
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 Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche Boxster | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Porsche | Reliant |
Model | Boxster | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.4 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 27 L |