1979 Opel Ascona vs. 1968 Porsche 906
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 Porsche 906.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Ascona | 1968 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Ascona | 906 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2408 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
