2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |