1999 BMW 845 vs. 1987 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1999 BMW 845 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1987 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 845 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 1987 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 845 | Omni |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
