1983 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 483 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 525 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
