1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 1987 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 1600 | Omega |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |