2009 BMW 135 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 160 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 345 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 135 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
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 | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |