2007 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 750 and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
