1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 965 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Porsche | Opel |
Model | 356 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |