1986 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
Because 1986 BMW 325 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 1986 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
