1957 Ferrari 801 F1 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 801 F1 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
