1987 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 675 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 158 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Opel | Saleen |
| Model | Omega | S7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2692 mm |
