2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
