1991 BMW M12 vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M12 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
