2006 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 7 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), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
