1954 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 48 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 40 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
