1998 Opel Omega vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 650 kg more than 1954 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, 1998 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Omega | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 356 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
