1968 Maserati Mexico 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 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 283 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mexico.
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 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mexico | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Mexico | Omega |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4135 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
