1999 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
