2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Porsche | Singer |
| Model | 911 | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 45 L |
