2008 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 330 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
