1995 BMW 528 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza 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 59 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 528 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
