1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Longchamp | Omega |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
