1959 Rover P5 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 21 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P5 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | P5 | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |