1993 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Zafira.
Because 1993 BMW 840 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 1993 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 840 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
