2005 BMW 545 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 545 | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |