1987 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 24 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 380 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Senator | M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
