1999 BMW 323 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 BMW 323 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 323 | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |