2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Signum (271 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2171 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
