1995 Porsche 965 vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 965 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 965 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 356 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |