1987 Opel Senator vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
