2002 BMW 760 vs. 1998 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1998 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 760 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
