1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 736 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Turbo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
