2001 Opel Vectra vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
