1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 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 911 (759 Nm) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Calibra | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Calibra | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |