1986 Opel Omega vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2001 BMW Z8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
