2008 BMW 540 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 540 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
