1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 133 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Pantera | Omega |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |