2012 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2012 BMW 328 and 2012 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 328 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| 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 | 230 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4536 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
