2005 BMW 760 vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (377 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1990 Opel Lotus 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 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Lotus Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 760 | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
