1971 Opel GT vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 993 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
