1971 BMW 3 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 31 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 58 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 285 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
