2001 BMW M vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
