2008 BMW 650 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 864 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 650 | Ascona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |