1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Omni | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Omni | 535 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2969 mm |