2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 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 2010 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Zafira | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
