1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta.
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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 2000 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta has manual transmission. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Opel |
| Model | Berlinetta | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |
