1971 Opel GT vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel GT | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | GT | Z8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |