1997 Opel Omega vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1997 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 1997 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Omega | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 912 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
