1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 642 kg more than 2001 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (447 Nm). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Deauville | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
