2007 BMW 530 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 530 | Ascona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |