1970 Opel GT vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 43 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | GT | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 Length | 4120 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
