2011 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 BMW 550 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 2011 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 550 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| 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 | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2737 mm |
