1985 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 272 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 1985 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 911 | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
