1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 473 kg more than 1969 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, 1990 Opel Omega (270 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
