1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
