1986 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 BMW M3.
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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
