1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 506 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |