1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1964 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1964 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| 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 | 922 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 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 |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
