1987 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Vauxhall Carlton | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Porsche |
Model | Carlton | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |