2001 BMW 520 vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 16 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 344 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, 2001 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 520 | 1985 Opel Monza | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 520 | Monza |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |