1999 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 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 496 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |