1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 30 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 911 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |