1958 BMW 600 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 760 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2620 mm |
