1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | C 112 | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |