1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Calibra | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Calibra | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |