1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | 409 | Omega |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |