1978 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
