1968 Opel GT vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1968 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | GT | 730 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 82 L |
