1981 BMW 725 vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Because 1981 BMW 725 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 BMW 725 (215 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 725 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
