1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 111 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | Project Vantage | Omega |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |