1999 Opel Omega vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 43 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 812 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 356 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
