1977 Opel Monza vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Monza | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Monza | 325 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |