1986 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 214 kg more than 1986 BMW M5.
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 M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M5 | Omega |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |