1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2740 mm |
