2009 BMW 320 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
