1995 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 433 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3. 2003 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | Z3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
