2008 BMW 523 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 9 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 523 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
