1999 Opel Omega vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6. 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 (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Omega | GT6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2120 mm |