1998 BMW 729 vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 729. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 729 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 1998 BMW 729 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 729. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 729 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
