2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
