1999 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 495 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Omega | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3165 mm |
