2000 Opel Speedster vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Speedster | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Speedster | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 476 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 89 L |
