2007 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 8 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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 Vauxhall Omega (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 320 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
