2005 BMW 748 vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega.
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 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1993 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 748 | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |