1999 BMW 529 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 1999 BMW 529 and 1999 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 BMW 529.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 529. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 529 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |