1999 Opel Omega vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 185 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (251 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Opel | Studebaker |
| Model | Omega | President State |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3070 mm |
