1960 Opel Kapitan vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1960 Opel Kapitan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Opel Kapitan | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kapitan | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2605 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 272 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
