1971 BMW 3 vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 Opel Omega is newer by 25 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 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 50 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 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1996 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 3 | Omega |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |