1999 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 730 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2737 mm |
