1987 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 152 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
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 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 320 | Omega |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |