1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 38 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Porsche | Opel |
Model | 911 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2737 mm |