2008 BMW 330 vs. 1988 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1988 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Omni |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
