1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 178 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB6 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
