2012 Opel Vivaro vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Because 2011 BMW 320 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 2011 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Vivaro | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Vivaro | 320 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
