1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 753 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1502 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 1502 | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |