2007 BMW 116 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 116 | Calibra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |