1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 911 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2737 mm |
