1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Opel Omega

To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 319 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.

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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Aston Martin DB4 1999 Opel Omega
Make Aston Martin Opel
Model DB4 Omega
Year Released 1959 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3670 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 314 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 377 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1251 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2740 mm


 

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