2006 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
