1992 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 117 kg more than 1992 BMW 520.
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, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 520 | Omega |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |