2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1982 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1982 Reliant SE6. 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 (563 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
