2006 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 7 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |