1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1966 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Riley Kestrel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1966 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Porsche | Riley |
| Model | 911 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 25 L |
