1987 BMW 750 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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 127 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
