2008 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Opel Monza.
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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 316 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
