2001 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 745 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 2001 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 745 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
