1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 185 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Omega | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
