1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Vectra | M3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2761 mm |
