1996 BMW 540 vs. 1973 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1973 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1973 Opel Ascona. 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1973 Opel Ascona | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 540 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |