2007 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Opel Omega

To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M3 2002 Opel Omega
Make BMW Opel
Model M3 Omega
Year Released 2007 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.5 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1733 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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