1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
