2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
