1998 BMW 328 vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1985 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 328 | 1985 Opel Monza | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 328 | Monza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |