1998 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Omega | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Omega | LFA |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
