2009 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 525 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
