1978 Opel Senator vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 30 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 4,805 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
