1998 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318.
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, 1993 Opel Omega (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1993 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 318 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 2590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
