2007 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 335 and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 65 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, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
