1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 2800 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
