1996 BMW 735 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 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 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 735 | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |