1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Omega | F-350 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3967 mm |