1992 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 103 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. 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, 1990 Opel Omega (270 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
