1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 783 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (460 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | F50 | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 460 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |