1972 BMW Touring vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | Astra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |