1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Omega | LFA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2606 mm |
