1973 BMW 3 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
