1999 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
