2000 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
