1976 Porsche 912 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 495 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1976 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1976 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Porsche 912 | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 912 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
