1990 Opel Senator vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 820 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | 356 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
