1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 37 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 70 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2008 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2740 mm |
