2006 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (194 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 325 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
