2007 Opel Speedster vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Speedster weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Speedster | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Speedster | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
