2006 BMW 118 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 826 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, 2006 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona. 2006 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 118 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
