1991 Opel Omega vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 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 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Omega | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | 116 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
