2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Nova, 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | Carrera GT | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
