2007 BMW 116 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 223 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 116 | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |