1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 35 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Porsche | Opel |
Model | 911 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2737 mm |