2002 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Omega | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Omega | 535 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2968 mm |