1992 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 289 kg more than 1992 BMW 530.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 530 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
