1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 1999 Aston Martin Vantage and 1999 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 889 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | Vantage | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 1098 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1730 kg |