2012 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 335 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2737 mm |
