2000 Opel Omega vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 13 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Omega | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Omega | P5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |