1999 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 BMW 330 and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
