1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1980 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Because 1993 BMW 5.8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 BMW 5.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 1980 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 5.8 | Omni |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
