1973 Opel Commodore vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1973 Opel Commodore is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 356 (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Commodore weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 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:
| 1973 Opel Commodore | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Commodore | 356 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
