1996 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Omega would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1996 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 234 kg more than 1996 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Omega | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Omega | SLS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
