1997 BMW 850 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1984 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
