2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 343 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
