1994 BMW 740 vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 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 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega. 1994 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 740 | Omega |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |