1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 272 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3.
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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
