2007 BMW 523 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 523 and 1999 Vauxhall Omega are equipped with a 2,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 523 | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |