2012 BMW Z4 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira, 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 Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW Z4 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4242 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
