1997 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 1997 BMW M3 and 1997 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 339 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |