1983 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 BMW M6.
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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW M6 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | M6 | Omega |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |