1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Ascona | 320 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
