2007 BMW 118 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 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, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 118 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 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 |
