2006 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1992 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 740 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
