2009 BMW 745 vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1988 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 745 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
