1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
