2011 Ferrari 599 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.

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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ferrari 599 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Ferrari Vauxhall
Model 599 Omega
Year Released 2011 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 652 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4666 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1961 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1336 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2751 mm 2740 mm


 

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