1987 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 744 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 318 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
