2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 684 kg more than 1999 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1766 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
