1969 Opel GT vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 968 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
