1959 Cadillac Eldorado 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 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Eldorado | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |