1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Omega |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
