2007 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega, 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 335 | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |