1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Deauville | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
