2009 BMW 120 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 120 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
