1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | 8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 77 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |