2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 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, 1994 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
