1999 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2140 mm |
