1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2004 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
