1978 Opel Senator vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Senator | 325 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |