2010 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2010 BMW 750 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 2010 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia, 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia. 2010 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 750 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2737 mm |
