2009 BMW 135 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 10 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 140 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 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 135 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
