1953 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | 40 | Omega |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2740 mm |