2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1997 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1997 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Vanquish | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
