2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
