1994 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M5 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
