2008 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2737 mm |
