1999 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 708 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Cobra | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |