1961 Bristol 407 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 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407.
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 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 407 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
