1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
