2002 BMW 760 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 21 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 760 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
