2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | 10 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |