2007 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
