1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 111 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
