1995 BMW S3 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 99 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW S3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | S3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
