1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2002 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2740 mm |
