1992 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 43 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
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 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 740 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
