1999 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 BMW 318 and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 287 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 318 | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |