1993 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 295 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW M3. 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
