1969 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1969 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 24 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
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, 1969 Porsche 911 (191 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Porsche | Singer |
| Model | 911 | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
