1988 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 485 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
