1980 BMW 628 vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
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, 2008 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628. 2008 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 628 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
