1971 BMW 3 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 23 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
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, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 3 | Omega |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |