1999 Opel Omega vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 185 kg more than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. 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, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
