1954 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 40 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |
