2010 BMW 760 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 1050 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 2010 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 760 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 760 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 535 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
