1995 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Opel Omega

To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.

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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW 330 1999 Opel Omega
Make BMW Opel
Model 330 Omega
Year Released 1995 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2793 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 1650 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2740 mm


 

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