1992 BMW 540 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 540 | Omega |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |