1971 BMW 3 vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 283 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
