1998 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1985 Opel Monza.
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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1985 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
