1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
