1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega.
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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 603 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
