1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 813 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 12 M | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | 12 M | Omega |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |