2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M6 | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |