1985 Opel Monza vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Monza | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Monza | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
