2002 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1984 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Monza |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |