2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1986 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1986 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 27 L |
