1996 BMW 545 vs. 1998 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 1998 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 545 | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |