1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona. 2005 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1980 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Ascona | 320 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
