2003 Opel Omega vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Omega | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Omega | 550 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 209 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |