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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 60 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
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 | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |