2006 BMW 645 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 645 | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |