2008 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 6 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), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega. 2002 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
