2008 BMW 740 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (207 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 740 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
