1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Deauville | Omega |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |