2004 Opel Omega vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Omega | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Omega | M3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
