2007 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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, 2007 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 730 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
