1999 Opel Omega vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 693 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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 Opel Omega (203 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 912 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
