2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Pontiac Catalina 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 1965 Pontiac Catalina. 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Zafira | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3080 mm |
