1990 Opel Omega vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | 550 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3066 mm |
