2008 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
