1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | GT 40 | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |