1976 BMW 630 vs. 1995 Opel Omega

To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1995 Opel Omega. 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1976 BMW 630 1995 Opel Omega
Make BMW Opel
Model 630 Omega
Year Released 1976 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1458 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2740 mm


 

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