2002 Opel Omega vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 1958 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Omega | P5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
