2007 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 530 | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1310 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |