1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Ascona | 320 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
