2007 BMW 550 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1990 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 550 | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |