2008 Opel Antara vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 666 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Antara | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |