2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 279 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
