1964 Porsche 904 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1964 Porsche 904 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 585 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Porsche 904 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 904 | Velox |
Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |