1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | 412 | Omega |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |