1999 Opel Omega vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Omega | 330 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |