2009 BMW 760 vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 760 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
