1954 Opel Rekord vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1954 Opel Rekord and 1954 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Opel Rekord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Opel Rekord | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Rekord | 356 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2110 mm |
