1995 Porsche 965 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 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 208 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.

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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Porsche 965 2002 Vauxhall Omega
Make Porsche Vauxhall
Model 965 Omega
Year Released 1995 2002
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 356 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2740 mm


 

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