1999 BMW LMR vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 BMW LMR 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW LMR weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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 BMW LMR (355 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm). This means 1999 BMW LMR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | LMR | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 855 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
