1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 610 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, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Biarritz | Omega |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
