1986 BMW 735 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 735 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
