1973 De Tomaso Pantera 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 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 416 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Pantera | Omega |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1766 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |