1971 Opel GT vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 40 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 838 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 948 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel GT | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Opel | Koenigsegg |
Model | GT | Agera |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |