1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 386 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Turbo | Omega |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |