1990 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
