1981 BMW 745 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 745 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
