1984 Opel Senator vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Opel Senator. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Senator | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
