1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1998 Ferrari 456M has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ferrari 456M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 456M | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
