2007 BMW 335 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
