1999 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 324 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |