1969 Bristol 410 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 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410.
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 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 410 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 410 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
