1974 Opel Admiral vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2003 BMW Z8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1974 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Opel Admiral. 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Admiral | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Admiral | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
