1990 Opel Omega vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | X3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
