1995 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 Opel Omega.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M5 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 205 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
