1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 675 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 450 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
