1980 BMW M5 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1990 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M5 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
