1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 106 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Zodiac | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
