1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
