2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Tigra, 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
