1999 Opel Omega vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 12 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 485 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Omega | 750 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3071 mm |