1970 Opel GT vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 993 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
