1996 BMW 545 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 6 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 139 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 83 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 545 | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |