1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Zafira | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |