1978 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 84 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Senator | 370Z |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |