1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 255 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB4 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
