1983 Opel Monza vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1983 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Monza | M3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2761 mm |
