2007 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
