2005 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
