1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 380 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
