1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 2800 | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |