2006 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1397 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |