2008 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 318 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
