1992 BMW 545 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.
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 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 545 | Omega |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |