1989 Opel Omega vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1989 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Omega. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1989 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1989 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Opel Omega | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Omega | 535 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2968 mm |