1959 Alvis TD vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 2000 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alvis | Opel |
| Model | TD | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
