1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (226 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning weights approximately 418 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (305 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2420 mm |
