1975 BMW 315 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 75 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 BMW 315 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 315 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 315 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
