1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Sixty | Omega |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
