2001 BMW M vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2001 BMW M and 2001 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 BMW M.

Because 2001 BMW M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW M 2001 Vauxhall Omega
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model M Omega
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3169 cc 2172 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2740 mm


 

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