1996 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 214 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 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 520 | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1710 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 |