1984 BMW 725 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega.
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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 725 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 725 | Omega |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |