1987 Opel Omega vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 BMW 116.
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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | 116 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
