1970 Opel GT vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2009 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel GT | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | GT | 520 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |