1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
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, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 3.3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
