2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z9 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
