2009 BMW 135 vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Omega weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1991 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 135 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
