1957 BMW 502 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
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. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 502 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
