2007 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Opel 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |