2001 Opel Omega vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 428 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
