2008 BMW X3 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
