1957 Maserati 3500 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 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 435 kg more than 1957 Maserati 3500.
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 Maserati 3500 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 3500 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
