1995 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M5 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 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 | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |