1973 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 2008 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | GT |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |