1989 BMW 730 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1977 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 730 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
