1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 365 kg more than 1955 AC 2-Litre. 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, 2005 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 AC 2-Litre. 2005 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1955 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1955 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 AC 2-Litre | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | 2-Litre | Omega |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
