1968 Opel GT vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | GT | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
