1979 BMW 633 vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 356 kg more than 1979 BMW 633.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 633. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 633 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |