1994 BMW 520 vs. 1994 Opel Omega

To start off, both 1994 BMW 520 and 1994 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 520 1994 Opel Omega
Make BMW Opel
Model 520 Omega
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1494 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1550 mm


 

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