1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Zafira | 328 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
