1987 Opel Senator vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 366 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 1965 TVR Trident | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Senator | Trident |
Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72.9 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |