1998 McLaren F1 vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 249 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1998 McLaren F1 | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | McLaren | Opel |
Model | F1 | Omega |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |