1994 Opel Omega vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 578 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 356 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
