2008 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Tigra 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 251 more horse power than 1997 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1997 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1997 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
