1999 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 320 | Antara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |