2008 BMW 730 vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 730 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
