1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet SS (245 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record.
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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | SS | Record |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
