1978 Opel Senator vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 35 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 935 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Senator | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 528 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |