2004 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
