2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
