2005 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |