2007 BMW 328 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
