1978 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 472 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Senator | Camaro |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |