1973 BMW 3 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
