1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1281 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Ascona | 750 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
