2005 BMW 535 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 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 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega. 2005 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 535 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
