1990 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Opel | Alpina |
| Model | Omega | B5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
