1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 24 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | 500 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
