2003 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1987 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 325 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
