1996 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 234 kg more than 1996 BMW 520.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 520 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 520 | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |