1986 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 13 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 74 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 500 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, 1999 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
