2002 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Omega | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
