1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Calibra | 996 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
