1987 Maserati 420 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 420 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | 420 | Omega |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |