2001 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Vauxhall Omega | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Omega | 550 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2969 mm |