2008 BMW 550 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 550 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
