2005 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
