1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 18 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1973 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
