2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 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 31 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
