2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 707 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
