1999 BMW 845 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 BMW 845.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 845. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 845 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
