2000 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 BMW 330.
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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
