1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 45 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 767 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 356 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2740 mm |
