1992 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 BMW 320.
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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 320 | Omega |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |