2007 BMW 130 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
