2006 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall 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 72 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 330 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
