1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Omega |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |