1983 BMW 323 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 323 | 1970 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 323 | GT |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2315 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |