1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.

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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Porsche 911 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Porsche Vauxhall
Model 911 Omega
Year Released 1993 1999
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 272 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1675 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2740 mm


 

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