2007 BMW X3 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
