2001 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1211 kg more than 2001 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2011 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Opel | Maybach |
| Model | Omega | 62 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
