1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 911 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |