1998 BMW M vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
