1993 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 316 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
