1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1962 Porsche 356
To start off, 1967 Opel Olympia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Porsche 356 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 32 kg more than 1962 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:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1962 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Olympia | 356 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 52 L |
