2006 BMW 120 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 20 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 120 | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |