1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 1995 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 1800 | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 1800 | Omega |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |