2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 845 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | 904 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
