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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 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 | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
