2007 BMW 328 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 8 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
