1973 BMW 3 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
