1982 BMW 318 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 BMW 318.
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, 1983 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 318 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
