2007 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 2008 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M5 | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1685 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |