1996 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 2005 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 332 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
