1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 530 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 2800 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
