1995 BMW 528 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 70 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 528 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
