2008 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega. 2008 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Omega | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
