1998 BMW 323 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 186 kg more than 1998 BMW 323.
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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
