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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 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 460 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 (522 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
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 | 4941 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |