1992 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 210 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
