2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |