2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Porsche | Reliant |
| Model | 911 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
