1987 Opel Senator vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Senator | 320 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |