2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 911 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |