1987 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Senator | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |