1999 Opel Omega vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II 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. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Omega | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3060 mm |
