1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 53 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Omega |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 75 L |
