1978 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Senator | Boxster |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |