1996 BMW 725 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 725 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
