1972 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 520 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
