2003 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel 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 58 more horse power than 1992 Opel Astra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1992 Opel 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Astra. (189 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1992 Opel Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
