2008 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
