2007 BMW X5 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1983 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X5 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
