2009 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | M5 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |