1986 Opel Monza vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Monza | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Monza | 325 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |