1999 Opel Omega vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 69 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Opel | Ferrari |
| Model | Omega | 456 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
