2007 BMW M vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 BMW M.
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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |