1999 Opel Omega vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
