1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1997 Opel Omega
To start off, 1997 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 434 kg more than 1969 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, 1997 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1997 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 1600 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
