1973 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | Astra |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |