2006 BMW X3 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
