2001 Opel Omega vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Tatra T603. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Opel | Tatra |
| Model | Omega | T603 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
