1977 Opel Monza vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 35 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1060 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Monza | 535 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
