1990 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Vauxhall Astra | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
| Model | Astra | 335 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
