1985 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1985 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 325 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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, 1985 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | GT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
