1972 BMW 2002 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002. 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 2002 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 2002 | Senator |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 44 L |