Question 1

What's the difference between New Car and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

New Car is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Demeter Fragrance (2018) dominated by Vinyl accords. Black Opium is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2014) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share no primary accords — distinctly different profiles.

Question 2

Which is better, New Car or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, New Car scores 3.30/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. Black Opium's standout strength: Versatile statement fragrance choice mentioned in community recommendations. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do New Car and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Black Opium: Black Opium by YSL is recognized by the r/fragrance community as a popular statement fragrance choice, particularly mentioned as an example of a bold evening scent.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, New Car or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits New Car vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

New Car scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. New Car leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

New Car vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru Black Opium (11)

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Întrebări frecvente

Atribut	New Car	Black Opium
Brand	Demeter Fragrance	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2018	2014
Evaluare	3.30	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	0	11