1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Porsche 911 1972 Vauxhall Victor
Make Porsche Vauxhall
Model 911 Victor
Year Released 1998 1972
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3164 cc 1759 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 537 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 85.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.4 mm 76.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2680 mm


 

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