2009 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 530 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |