1990 Opel Omega vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Omega | 330 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |