2005 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2005 BMW 730 and 2005 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 730 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
