1992 BMW 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 2005 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
