1987 Opel Senator vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
