2005 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | Ascona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |