1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
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 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Monteverdi | Vauxhall |
Model | Sierra | Omega |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |