1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Calibra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
