1995 BMW 528 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 528 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
