1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Ascona | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Ascona | 330 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |