2008 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
