2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Z4 | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |