1999 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
