1988 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 228 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M6 | Omega |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |