1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 57 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
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 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1989 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | 3000 | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |