2008 Opel Zafira vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 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 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
