1983 BMW M6 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 6 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 720 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW M6 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:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M6 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
