1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1968 Opel Olympia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Porsche 356 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Olympia | 356 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
