1989 BMW 850 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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 (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 850 | Omega |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |