1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1966 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 726 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Porsche 911 1966 Vauxhall Victor
Make Porsche Vauxhall
Model 911 Victor
Year Released 1996 1966
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 841 Nm 115 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 940 kg
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2550 mm


 

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