1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 145 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | 2-Litre | Omega |
Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2740 mm |