1973 Opel Admiral vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Admiral | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Admiral | 120 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |