2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3989 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 476 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
