1999 Opel Omega vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 1962 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Omega | P5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
