1975 BMW 520 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 520 | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |