2005 BMW 535 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 535 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
