1981 BMW 725 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega

To start off, both 1981 BMW 725 and 1981 Oldsmobile Omega were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega.

Because 1981 BMW 725 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1981 BMW 725 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
Make BMW Oldsmobile
Model 725 Omega
Year Released 1981 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2493 cc 2474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2670 mm


 

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