2009 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 10 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9.5 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 | 1810 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
