2007 Opel GT vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Opel GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
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, 2007 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel GT | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | GT | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
