1994 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | Panamera |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |