1999 Opel Omega vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 8 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Omega | 525 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |