2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Reliant Scimitar 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 276 more horse power than 1988 Reliant Scimitar. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 649 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1988 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Porsche | Reliant |
Model | 911 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2140 mm |