1999 BMW 845 vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 12 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Zafira.
Because 1999 BMW 845 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 1999 BMW 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira, 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 845 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
