1975 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 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 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa, 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 911 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
