1994 Opel Omega vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Opel Omega (250 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
