1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 7 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
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 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | 98 | Omega |
Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |