2001 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 BMW 325.
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, 2001 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |