1998 BMW 317 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 BMW 317 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 BMW 317. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 317 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 317 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
