2004 BMW M5 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 838 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M5 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
