2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
