1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 388 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |