2002 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Astra (531 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
