2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
