1986 Opel Senator vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1986 Opel Senator is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 470 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. 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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Senator | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Senator | 1300 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |