1999 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. 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 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2737 mm |