1975 BMW 315 vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. 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, 1996 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 1996 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 315 | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |