1999 Opel Omega vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 785 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
