2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F430 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 75 L |
