1995 BMW M5 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M5 | Omega |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |